At Gresham Smith, we believe internships are an invaluable opportunity for students to gain real-world experience while fostering both personal and professional growth in preparation for college. Through our partnership with the Dallas Independent School District's WorkReady Program, we proudly offer summer internship opportunities to students from DISD's CTE, P-TECH, and Magnet programs, empowering them to develop essential skills and knowledge that will help them succeed in their academic and professional futures.
To apply for a DISD internship at Gresham Smith, students must:
Be enrolled in the Dallas ISD Architecture and Construction program.
At least 16 years of age with a valid State ID, Driver’s License, or Passport.
Be in good academic standing and WorkReady Certified
Be interested in pursuing a degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Civil Engineering.
Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!
Harvard’s Girls Who Code is a weekly virtual coding program on Saturdays where middle and high school girls dive into the world of programming, guided by Harvard undergrads.
As a student in the program, you’ll get to:
Join weekly virtual classes taught by Harvard computer science students.
Design your own personal project by the end of the program.
Gain valuable, life-long skills that can benefit you, no matter what your future career looks like!
Be part of an empowering, all-girls tech community.
No coding experience needed – just an enthusiasm and interest in computer science and a willingness to learn!
The Dallas Zoo’s Volunteer Department for volunteers to help at their newest event, Illuminature!
Event Dates:
April 17 – June 28
Specific dates are listed on the sign-up form (link below). Students may volunteer for one evening or multiple evenings.
Volunteer Hours:
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Students will meet staff at 6:00 PM in the Zoo’s Auditorium for check-in and instructions.
If a student becomes ill or cannot attend the shift they signed up for, please have them email volunteers@dallaszoo.com to let us know.
Students must be at least 16 years old to volunteer.
Volunteer Attire:
Black pants
Solid black t-shirt (if available)
Tennis shoes or hiking boots
Additional details such as parking instructions, official check-in procedures, and other event information will be sent to registered volunteers closer to the event date.
14+ years old
10 hour/month commitment
Click here to create a volunteer profile
Dallas Public Library Teen Advisory Council (TAC)
TAC is dedicated to producing fun, engaging and thought-provoking programs for teens throughout the city of Dallas by using Dallas Public Library and its branches.
While in TAC you will have fun but also gain volunteer hours for school and college applications. Programs that have been created by TAC members include:
DIY YouTube Videos
Hosting Teen Talk Safe Spaces
TikTok Videos
YA author chats
Summer Teen Kits
SMART Summer Teen Scavenger Hunt
Book Master
Help library staff with any general library task to ensure everything runs smoothly day-to-day.
Help find books to send to other libraries across the city of Dallas
Ensure that books are in their correct order on the library shelves
Organize library materials and spaces as needed
Assist with weeding books from the library collection
Creating display cases
Sort donated materials
Events and Programming Collaborator
Would you like to help library staff prepare for library events? This selection is for volunteers who would like to help with both event preparations and the event itself. You will likely do different event/program related tasks each time you volunteer. Such as:
Assist with arts & crafts activities for story time and other children’s programming
Help staff with library after-school events
Arrange library spaces for cool events
Attend programs to help direct patrons to activities
June 8th-12th, 2026
Campers
Fill out application here.
Due April 13th
Volunteers
Email Marissa Distin at WIPPhysicscamp@gmail.com and request more information.